Accountant / Accounting Technician – Public Practice

David Aplin Recruiting; City of Spruce Grove; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public practice firm in Spruce Grove, AB is seeking an experienced Accountant / Accounting Technician. In this full-time role, you will prepare year-end reports, corporate and personal tax returns and engage with clients to analyze financial information. The ideal candidate has at least three years of public practice experience and a solid understanding of accounting software. Join a supportive team that values collaboration and impactful work in a modern office environment.

Benefits

Modern office setting

Safe and respectful atmosphere

Direct client interaction

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of public practice experience.
• Experience with advanced accounting and tax software.
• Professional, client-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end Compilation Engagement Reports.
• Prepare corporate and personal income tax returns.
• Prepare tax slips including T4, T5, and T5018s.
• Analyze financial information and identify issues or opportunities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Confidence working independently

Attention to detail

Tools

Caseware

Profile

JazzIt

Excel

Job description

Location: Spruce Grove, AB
Work Model: In-office
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
We will also consider candidates seeking a 5–6 month contract

Make an Inspired Difference—With Clients Who Know Your Name
Our client is a professional, supportive, and genuinely engaging public practice firm with over 60 combined years of experience serving small to medium-sized businesses, shareholders, and professionals across both the public and private sectors. Their goal is simple: build lasting relationships and deliver work they are proud of—without losing the human side of accounting.

If you’re an experienced public practice accountant who enjoys meaningful client interaction, solid technical work, and a calm, modern office environment, you’ll feel right at home here.

What You’ll Love

• Modern, comfortable office setting
• Safe, respectful, and relaxed atmosphere
• Direct interaction with clients and colleagues
• A team that values experience, trust, and collaboration
• Work that’s challenging, varied, and genuinely impactful

The Role

As an Accountant / Accounting Technician, you’ll play a key role in our public practice operations. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Preparing year-end Compilation Engagement Reports
• Preparing corporate and personal income tax returns
• Preparing tax slips including T4, T5, and T5018s
• Working with advanced accounting and tax software to deliver accurate, timely results
• Analyzing financial information and identifying issues or opportunities for clients
• Communicating directly with clients and internal team members

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 3 years of public practice experience
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Confidence working independently while contributing to a team
• Experience with or exposure to:
  • Caseware
  • Profile
  • JazzIt
  • Excel (intermediate to advanced)
• Professional, client-focused mindset with strong attention to detail

Interested in joining a firm where your experience is valued and your work truly matters?

We’d love to hear from you.

At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.

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